In the Primary years, students build strong foundations in academics, faith and character while developing curiosity and confidence to explore the grow. Our teachers create engaging classrooms where students are seen, supported, and challenged to do their best.
YEAR 1 - 6
- Core Subjects: English, Mathematics, Biblical Studies
- Integrated Studies Subjects: Science, Humanities & Social Sciences (HASS), Visual & Media Arts, Health, Technologies
- Specialist Subjects: The Arts (Music, Drama, Dance), Physical Education (PE), Japanese
- Music Immersion Programs: Year 3 Strings and Year 5 Brass/Woodwind, Primary elective music lessons.
- Personal Development: Excursions, swimming lessons, camps (Yr 4-6), sport development, leadership development in all years, student leadership roles in Year 6.
- Spiritual Growth: Classroom activities, Christian values development, weekly Chapel, Bible studies, annual “Week of Worship.”
PRIMARY SPORT
Primary Sport supports joyful participation and skill development to develop a love of healthy movement. Students build confidence, teamwork and perseverance through our sports program, inter-house carnivals and elective opportunities with Junior Sport Development Program (Prep–Year 6) and Sport Academy (Year 4-12).
MUSIC IMMERSION
Studies show that learning an instrument can strengthen focus, emotional awareness and engagement in learning. Our music program and opportunities enable students to discover their creativity, build confidence and experience the joy of making music.
In Year 3, all our students learn string instruments and, in Year 5, all our students learn brass or woodwind instruments. Students learn the instruments in small groups and also participate in ensembles.
Ensemble Rehearsals
Students can join weekly rehearsals for Concert Bands and String Ensembles, preparing them for school events, encouraging teamwork, improving instrument skills, and providing valuable stage experience.
Compulsory Music Immersion Program
It is compulsory for all Year 3 students to study violin for one year and for all Year 5 students to study either a brass or woodwind instrument for one year. Instruments, books, and tuition are provided free of charge, with a $100 bond payable for each instrument issued.
Music Exams
Students have an option to sit for Music Examinations each year. The examinations are held by the Australian Music Examinations Board (A.M.E.B.) and credit points for the Queensland Certificate of Education can also be achieved from Grade 4 and upwards.
PRIVATE MUSIC LESSONS
Students can further develop their musical skills through private music tuition available during school hours with experienced specialist teachers. Private tuition instruments include:
- Voice (modern & classical)
- Piano (modern & classical)
- Guitar (modern & classical)
- Bass Guitar
- Drums & Percussion
- Violin, Viola, ‘Cello (modern and classical)
- Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone
- Trumpet, Trombone
- Banjo
- Music Theory